How Long Can Furniture Stay in Self-Storage?

You want to preserve furniture items for as long as you can, but worry what might happen to them as they move out of sight, out of mind and into a storage unit.

Good news—much of the control is in your hands! How long a furniture item can be stored and remain in its current condition depends on two main factors—protection and selection:

Item protection with the proper preservation techniques.

Unit selection to match items with their best-fit environment.

Below find a few of our favorite posts from the Security Self Storage blog archives. Each highlights some of our best tips and tricks to protect, preserve and select as you prepare furniture items for their long-term storage stay.

Couch Considerations: Reminders for Self-Storage: Let’s face it. When we think furniture, a couch is probably one of the first items that comes to mind. Bulky in nature and large in stature, these pieces can be hard to manage. Prep, clean and make moving these items a breeze with our quick tips.

Select Your Unit for Storage Success

You know what you need to store, and it’s ready for its move to a temporary home. The next step is selecting a storage facility that meets the needs of your collection.

Keep an eye out for the features and conditions your items need to remain safe and in good condition: